chai lites august 2010

Chai Lites

Temple Israel of Greater Miami August 2010–Av/Elul 5770. Volume 62 Number 1

“The Hebrew month of Elul, which precedes the High Holydays, reminds us that whatever paths we have wandered down during this past year, we are not alone. God is always there, holding a candle, waiting patiently for us to look up and see the light.” Rabbi Jody Cohen

Temple Israel of Greater Miami

Cultivating Compassion in the Month of Elul

A woman doesn’t meet her God every day, A man doesn’t always feel his prayers, Not every hour is one of grace. We fall, we fail, To the end of our road. We turn back only to lose our way yet again, To wander in search of forgotten paths. But God holding a candle Looks for all who wander, all who search. (Shifra Alon) The words of Israeli poet Shifra Alon beautifully describe the circuitous routes we travel on our journey through life. As we look back on the year 5770, which is about to end, we inevitably see times when we, too, lost our way. This year, in particular, has been especially difficult for so many members of our congregation. Many people have buried loved ones; dealt with illness; lost employment; ended relationships. Even with all the sad and difficult times, there also have been moments of grace. Babies were born; couples were united in marriage; new friendships were formed; opportunities abounded for growth and healing. However, during difficult times, it can be challenging to feel and appreciate those moments of grace. More often than not, we feel as if we are wandering alone through a dark forest with no clearing in sight. The Hebrew month of Elul, which precedes the High Holydays, reminds us that whatever paths we have wandered down during this past year, we are not alone. God is always there, holding a candle, waiting patiently for us to look up and see the light. The path to this divine light can be found through

teshuvah. Usually translated as repentance, the true intention of teshuvah, from the root to return, is about turning inward and learning to absolve ourselves of our mistakes during the past year. According to the Zohar, before God created the world, God created teshuvah. Thus, the world and people came into being with the understanding that mistakes will occur and there will always be opportunities to acknowledge and correct those mistakes. To do that, we need to cultivate rachamim, compassion, first for ourselves and then for others. The theme of compassion reverberates throughout the High Holydays, especially as we chant the prayer, “Adonai, Adonai, El Rachum v’Chanun.” (The Eternal God is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in loving-kindness and truth, keeping mercy for thousands of generations, forgiving iniquity, transgression and sin.) Perhaps it’s not coincidental that the word for womb in Hebrew, rechem, comes from the root for the word rachamim. During the month of Elul, as we examine our deeds of the past year, it’s as if we return to the womb. In that womblike state, we begin to treat ourselves with the gentleness, caring and compassion we would treat a newborn. Each year, we are given the chance to begin again; to be reborn spiritually. Like a midwife, God is there, holding a candle, lighting the way and beckoning us forth with tender, compassionate words of love and forgiveness. May this last month of 5770 be one of turning inward and cultivating compassion towards ourselves, our loved ones and all of God’s creatures.

Rabbi Jody Cohen

Creating Modern Midrash: Applying Ancient Texts to Real Life

By popular request, this initial four part learning series has become an ongoing learning series twice a month, from noon-1:00 PM on Thursdays. We will study the Torah portion for that week using The Torah: A Woman’s Commentary as our primary source. No prior knowledge of texts required. All are welcome. Join us in the rabbi’s study for these upcoming sessions: August 5 and 19. Feel free to bring a brown bag lunch. We will provide the drinks.

www.templeisrael.net

The 10th of August marks the beginning of the Hebrew month of Elul. Then Rosh Hashanah will be only one cycle of the moon away. You might watch the moon wax full. Then watch it wane. When the moon is about to disappear, when all that

remains is a sliver of reflected light, Rosh Hashanah will begin. A spiritual practice for the month of Elul is to recite and to meditate upon the 27th Psalm. Here is the text, paraphrased, based on the translation of the New International Version: A Psalm of David: Adonai is my light and my salvation – whom shall I fear? Adonai is the stronghold of my life – of whom shall I be afraid? When evil forces advance against me to consume me, when my enemies and my foes attack me, they will stumble and fall. Even should an army besiege me, my heart will not fear; though war break out against me, even then will I be confident. One thing I ask of Adonai, this is what I seek: that I may dwell in the house of Adonai all the days of my life, to gaze upon the beauty of Adonai and to seek the Divine in its holiest place.

For in the day of trouble God will keep me safe in that dwelling; God will wrap me in the shelter of Divine Presence and keep me in balance on a strong foundation. Then my head will be exalted above the enemies who surround me; within that Divine Presence I will draw close with cries of joy. I will sing and make music to Adonai. Hear my voice when I call, Adonai; be merciful to me and answer me. My heart directs me to find your Presence So your Presence, Adonai, I will seek. Do not hide your face from me. Do not turn your servant away in rejection; you have been my helper. Do not reject me or forsake me, O God my Savior. Though even my father and mother might forsake me, Adonai will receive me. Teach me your way, Adonai; lead me in a straight path because of my inclinations that might lead me astray. Do not turn me over to the desire of my impulses, for false witnesses rise up against me, breathing out violence. I am so confident of this! I will encounter the goodness of Adonai in the land of the living. Wait for Adonai; be strong and take heart and wait for Adonai.

Rabbi Mitchell Chefitz Scholar-in-Residence

Wednesday Noontime Learning with Rabbi Chefitz resumes September 15th.

The initial text will be:

A Heart Afire: Stories and Teachings of the

Early Hasidic Masters

By Zalman Schachter-Shalomi and Netanel Miles-Yepez

Available at jewishpub.org

Religious Services August

Friday evenings: 7:30 – 8:30 PM – Shabbat Service in the Bertha Abess sanctuary and on 880 AM radio, as well as streaming over the internet at www.templeisrael.net. A gentle mix of conventional and spontaneous song and prayer. A welcoming community rejoicing in Shabbat.

Saturday Mornings “Divining” and Learning

We open at 9:00 – Yoga with Dena and a bite to eat. 9:30 – 10:30 – Ohr Chadash: A New Light – an experiment in “Divining” – new ways of approaching God in old vessels. 10:30 – 12:30 – Joseph’s Table – weaving threads

A Spiritual Practice for the Approach of the Holy Days


CLERGY JODY R. COHEN

Rabbi

MITCHELL CHEFITZ Rabbi, Scholar in Residence

MICHAEL GLOZMAN

Cantor

DIRECTORS MARLA TOWBIN

Executive Director

MELBA LEIMAN Director of Administration

Early Childhood Center

VALERIA MICHANIE Director of Education

Early Childhood Center and Religious School

DR. ALAN MASON

Director of Music

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

DOUGLAS M. JACOBS President

BENEDICT P. KUEHNE

First Vice President

JOAN L. SCHAEFFER Vice President-Administration

SUZANNE SPONDER

Vice President-Education

ROBERT L. WAXMAN Vice President-Fundraising

SANDRA GOLDSTEIN

Vice President-Real Estate

HOWARD D. GOLDSTEIN Vice President-Membership

MICHELLE KRINZMAN

Vice President-Programming

MICHAEL GRAUBERT, M.D. Vice President-Religious Affairs

ELLEN KEMPLER ROSEN

Secretary

CYNTHIA SOBEL GOLD Treasurer

PETER BERMONT* DR. JOAN BORNSTEIN*

MARSHA B. ELSER* MARTIN FINE*

ESTA FRIEDMAN ROBERT GLAZIER*

RICHARD GOLDBERG LANCE HARKE

DOUGLAS HELLER JANE KAHN JACOBS*

EDYTHE KERNESS MARLIN LEWIS

BECO LICHTMAN JANNET DANNON-MAIRENA

ARTHUR MARCUS RICHARD MILSTEIN

CARLA NEUFELD MICHAEL D. OROVITZ*

NORMA A. OROVITZ* OLIVER PFEFFER

HARRIS REIBEL NEIL ROLLNICK SILVIA ROSEN

CANDACE RUSKIN* JACK SCHILLINGER*

GERALD K. SCHWARTZ* MICHAEL A. SILVER*

STANLEY G. TATE* SUZANNE TRUSHIN

ROBERT WATERSTONE HENRY E. WOLFF, Jr.*

*PAST PRESIDENT

ADVISORY COUNCIL DR. JOAN BORNSTEIN*

Chair LEONARD L. ABESS

JOANNE BANDER MARILYN ELLIS

JOE FARCUS SEYMOUR HECKER

BETSY KAPLAN ELTON J. KERNESS

NATHAN S. LEE LAWRENCE LEITNER

GAIL LEWIS BUDD MAYER

S. RONALD PALLOT KENNETH D. ROSEN

BARTON SACHER NEIL SCHAFFEL SANDRA SIMON

BRENDA SHAPIRO JONI TATE

RICHARD WEINER

Reprinted from the Annual Meeting Report: This past year at Temple Israel has been one of challenges, opportunities and change.

Though having served in many different leadership roles, no job has been as rewarding…and as demanding…as being your President. The objectives we achieved were gratifying, the unexpected obstacles disappointing: additional contributions for membership dues and Kol Nidre appeal, creative Shabbat and holiday celebrations such as Woodstock Shabbat, and Purim According to the Beatles, and increased enrollment in the Early Childhood Center and Religious School have been countered by the economy’s effect on many of our congregants, ever-present deficits, computer crashes, a small fire, and by the devastating loss of several beloved long-time congregants. But through it all, I have been fortunate to share these experiences with many talented people: Rabbi Jody Cohen has provided valuable guidance and comfort to those congregants in need. Rabbi Mitchell Chefitz, our scholar in residence, continues to provide stimulating, thought-provoking “learning,” and every Shabbat, Cantor Michael Glozman transforms our prayer service into a beautiful experience, under-scored by the outstanding piano accompaniment of our Musical Director, Dr. Alan Mason. Our Joni and Stanley Tate Early Childhood Center, devotedly run by Valeria Michanie and Melba Leiman, is at capacity with 88 children. We are currently considering the possibility of adding additional classrooms to accommodate those on our permanent waiting list. What a success story! And under the guidance of Valeria, our Religious School has also increased its enrollment and offers an exciting and creative curriculum for its

Sunday morning and mid-week Hebrew classes. Without a doubt, my job would be far more difficult without the support and assistance of the office and maintenance personnel. Isabel Montoto, Phyllis Littman, Vivian Simo, Manny Rodriguez and Linda Levin have all put forth maximum effort in trying to create a professional and efficient office environment. Our maintenance staff is charged with a difficult task - maintaining a very old and large facility, all the while setting up and breaking down every scheduled activity, whether it be a class, service, holiday celebration, fundraiser or committee meeting. Amazingly and expeditiously, Wisly and Jeannie Bernard and Louis Montilus get the job done! We are very lucky to have them as part of our Temple Israel family. A year ago, Lori Solomon joined Temple Israel as Executive Director. She worked with the office staff to create a positive work environment and to redesign the monthly bulletin and other communication materials. Lori was also involved with the planning and implementation of all our programs, celebrations and fundraisers. Unfortunately, Lori chose not to accept the contract offered to her. We thank her and wish her happiness in whatever path she pursues in the future. As we strive to contain and control our costs, volunteerism becomes even more important. Without our TI volunteers, we would have to outsource some of our office and maintenance work. There are so many congregants who give so much of themselves: Marlin Lewis and Larry Leitner spend countless hours “fixing” just about everything. Steve Citrin oversees our radio and AV department. Linda Datko single-handedly cleans and categorizes all the books in our Denmark Library.

Douglas M. Jacobs President

From the President


Tom Weinkle never says “no” when we need a “professional” look to our invitations. Avi Flashenberg, Gail Lewis, Beverly Morshenson, Carla Neufeld, Eve Pinder, Joan Schaeffer, Joe Weinman-McElwee, and Scott Wenders assist the office staff in whatever way they can. Gary Brown chairs the Dorothy Serotta Social Action Forum. Jenni Person organizes the Guava Rugelach Festival. Marilyn and Jerry Ellis coordinate the monthly Great Books Series. Dody Raskin and Edythe Kerness arrange the activities of the Central Chavurah. The Women of Sisterhood, ably led by Donna Seldes and Esta Friedman work tirelessly, year in and year out, in support of our Temple. Jane Kahn Jacobs and Michelle Krinzman work countless hours to create Temple events including and especially our culinary extravaganza, Cooking with the Stars. Lastly, our Officers and Board of Trustees have been so generous about sharing the responsibilities of my Presidency. They have supported and assisted me in choosing the best direction to follow to sustain this esteemed institution. I truly appreciate their dedication and their willingness to “step in” whenever and wherever needed. My special thanks to Past Presidents, Norma and Michael Orovitz, and Henry Wolff, Jr., who have been steadfast in their support and guidance throughout the year. There are surely others whom I have accidentally omitted. Please accept my apology if this is the case. At this time, I would like to acquaint the congregation with several matters of interest that have been brought before the Board of Trustees: NExT at 19th Street– The Temple Board has authorized the formation of a new brand of programming, NExT at 19th Street, to be developed on the Temple Israel campus by Rabbi Chefitz. Its purpose is to attract those who are looking for a new expression of tradition. Skateboard Park – At the writing of this report, there is a possibility that the City of Miami will build a skateboard park at the west end of NE 19th Street. Several Board members have been in contact with Mayor Tomas Regalado, Commissioner Marc Sarnoff, and Assistant

City Manager Johnny Martinez in regard to this matter. Charter School – Board Member Sandra Goldstein has worked diligently to negotiate a contract with a charter elementary school in order to fully utilize our beautiful and expansive facility to the betterment of our “bottom line.” With legal assistance generously provided by Richard Krinzman, we anticipate signing a lease shortly. If this becomes a reality, all our classrooms will be rented five days a week for the next five years. As previously mentioned, this year’s fundraiser, Cooking with the Stars, chaired by Susan Gladstone, Jane Kahn Jacobs and Michelle Krinzman, was a huge success. With a capacity crowd of 220, this incredible event netted over $60,000! The emails and calls we received brought rave eviews, not only for the gourmet food, delicious wine, excellent service, and flawless execution, but for the unique experience, fun and excitement it generated! These last 12 months have certainly been filled with challenges, as well as rewards. This year we welcomed 25 new families, decreased the deficit by a proposed $35,000, made strides in reducing expenses and increasing revenues, increased the enrollment in the Early Childhood Center and the Religious School, and created many new innovative programs and activities for our members, the Jewish Community and our neighbors in downtown Miami. Thank you for helping us to keep our doors wide-open. Douglas M. Jacobs President

From the President (continued)

As we prepared to print Chai Lites August edition, we

received good news to share:

Ms. Marla Towbin has been hired as our new

Executive Director

We welcome Ms. Towbin to the Temple Israel Family.

Jewish Music Summer Festivals I have just celebrated my tenth consecutive year on staff at the North American Jewish Choral Festival. This international gathering of Jewish choral music enthusiasts attracts 600 singers from across the United States and abroad, and a professional staff of 20 of the nation's finest Jewish choral music conductors, accompanists, composers, and directors. My many years of playing at this festival has connected me to a Jewish music network covering the entire United States, and has familiarized me with the greatest of choral masterpieces for synagogue worship and concerts. On a more scholarly note, I also attended the national conference of the American Conference of Cantors and Guild of Temple Musicians, held in Memphis, Tennessee. This professional gathering is attended only by synagogue musical directors and cantors invested by the Hebrew Union College School of Sacred Music. A very high level of learning and worship takes place at this somewhat exclusive and select gathering, and many of the newest trends in Reform synagogue worship are introduced at this annual convention, now in it's 58th year.

Third Annual South Florida Cantorial Concert After two successful years of presenting the annual January cantorial extravaganza, this much acclaimed program is now known nationally to fans of serious, sacred Jewish music. This year's concert will take place on Saturday evening, January 15, 2011 at 8 pm in the Bertha Abess Sanctuary, and will feature 25 cantors and soloists, over half of them new to this program. In addition to our own Cantor Glozman, who's "out of this world" musicality adds a most unusual touch to the program, I am delighted to tell you that Karina Zilberman is flying in from New York to sing on the program as well. For a full description of the program, and links to each performer's website, please visit www.cantorialconcert.org. General admission remains at $18, and tickets may be purchased now at brownpapertickets.com (search for "cantorial concert"), or through the temple office.

The High Holy Days are drawing near. When we make a place for the Holy One in our hearts we are not only nurturing our own spiritual lives – we are in fact building the essence of community and

creating a positive influence all around us. Every year we get the opportunity to clean our slate and begin our year fresh. Now is the time for all of us to reflect back on the past year. It’s a time to think about what we

have and haven’t accomplished and look forward to a new year. I believe music and prayer (or music of prayer) are acts of Tikkun Olam (repairing the world). Music and prayer are both built from sound. Sound is a movement of air, and its vibration and overtones resonate in our souls and create emotions and spirituality. Knowing our history, heritage, and culture and participating in Jewish learning together develops lasting friendships and a strong sense of belonging to a vibrant spiritual community. Jews have always been a people who have cherished the questions we ask about life even more than the answers. Jewish

tradition has always encouraged us to explore the meaning of Judaism with questions and responses, over and over again. We offer this here every Friday and Saturday and I encourage you to take advantage of this learning along with our newly formed services. Younger and older, single and married, alternative lifestyle, with kids and without - whatever your background, your stage of life and family situation, Temple Israel offers opportunities to get involved and connect with fellow members. I know this year will be filled with new beautiful and meaningful experiences for all of us as we join closer together.


Dr. Alan Mason, Doctor of Musical Arts Director of Music

Cantor Michael Glozman

Making a place for the Holy One in our hearts

Music Corner

Dr. Alan Mason to Perform at the Vatican On November 16th, Alan will accompany twenty American cantors performing at Rome’s Basilica di Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri. The concert, presented by the American Conference of Cantors, is intended to promote Catholic-Jewish dialogue. It will include narrative that will educate listeners about the development of Reform Jewish liturgy and music. It is expected that the con-cert will later be performed in major cities around the United States. On November 17th, the performers will meet with Pope Benedict XVI. This will be the second time that Alan will meet with a head of state. The first time was in 2007, when he performed at the White House for President Bush.

Volunteer ...We Need You! At the end of June, Sisterhood lost one of its most active members: Natalie Pritikin. As many women of her generation, Natalie was passionate about Temple and Women of Reform Judaism. She not only served as Sisterhood President and Board Member, but also at Temple and WRJ regional and national boards. She participated in the Chanukah Bazaar, Spring event, Break-the-Fast, bake sales, membership drives, phone calls...You could always count on Natalie being there: working, organizing, preparing. Strong, opinionated, and hard working, we all learned a lot from her. As you send your annual dues to Sisterhood, we would ask that you consider volunteering in one of our many programs. Choose something that is close to your heart: religious school activities, be a teacher in First Mondays, help us organize and set up one of our events, or create something new. These are the Sisterhood programs for the year 2010-2011:

Saturday, September 18, 6:30 PM—Break the Fast

Sunday, October 3, 11:00 AM—Paid-Up Membership Brunch

Monday, November 1, Noon—First Monday

Sunday, November 21, 11:00 AM—Meeting and Lunch. Chanukah Gift Shopping

Monday, December 6, Noon—First Monday

Monday, January 3—Noon—First Monday

Saturday, January 8, 7:30PM—Trivia Night

Thursday, February 3, 7:00 PM—Rosh Chodesh

Monday, February 7, Noon—First Monday

Sunday, March 6, 11:00 AM—”Yes” Fund Luncheon

Monday, March 7, Noon—First Monday

Sunday, March 27, 9:30 AM—Purim Carnival and Bake Sale

Monday, April 4, Noon—First Monday

Wednesday, April 6, 6:30 PM—Passover Experience

Monday, May 2, Noon—First Monday

Thursday, May 5, 11:00 AM—Donor Luncheon

Friday, May 20, 6:00 PM—Dinner and Sisterhood Shabbat We are looking forward to seeing you at all the events planned for this Sisterhood year. Esta and Silvia

Bimah flowers enhance our Shabbat service each week. Sponsorship of the flowers is a lovely way to remember or honor a loved one. The reason for the sponsorship is listed in the Shabbat handout and in Chai Lites.

Bimah Flowers


Sisterhood Corner

Esta Friedman, Silvia Rosen, Sisterhood Co-Presidents

• Joe Grosbard in memory of Esther Grosbard and Izhak Grosbard

• Marcella Werblow in memory of Leonard L. Abess, Sr., and Marcella Ungar

• Brandy and Larry Primak, Sheridan and Mayra Golin and Ernie and Judy Golin in memory of Eve Golin

• Marcella Werblow in memory of Bertha Ungar Abess, Henrietta Ungar, and Bertha Marshall

• Marcy and Scott Orth in memory of Ralph Le Vine, in honor of their Wedding Anniversary, and in honor of their son Noah, who recently graduated from High School

Sponsors:


Notes from the ECC Summer at The Joni and Stanley Tate is a tradition… Our children are having a spectacular summer full of sun, water games, fieldtrips, shows and more… This is the time of the

year when routines change and the funniest activities happen at our school. Every Friday we welcome wonderful different presentations and shows: • Elmo came to visit our school and kept us dancing and playing games. Our little ones were so excited! • We celebrated Father’s Day by doing our annual bike races! Fathers and children

enjoyed a unique experience at school. • The Fire truck came once again to teach our children about safety. Did you ever dream about holding a fire truck hose and splashing water all over? Our children did it and they were so happy about it! Thanks to the Miami Fire Department for coming to our Center. • The Fourth of July celebration was terrific! We had a Parade and stations with different games and art projects. Children and teachers participated in a watermelon contest, and we ate lots of hot dogs! The Choo Choo Train, the Petting Zoo, a huge Bounce House, and The Magic Show were our children’s favorite summer special events! Our older children, together with our former students, enjoyed all our fieldtrips to the water park, the movies, the gym, and our favorite, the Miami Seaquarium!

We would like to thank our professional staff for keeping the beat and planning a tremendous summer for our school community and to our families for bringing their children to share a special summer with us. Time runs out and we have already started planning for our new school year, beginning August 24th. We will start the new school year with full classes and many new families. Stay tuned and get ready for more great news coming from the ECC.

Valeria Michanie, Director of Education ECC and Religious School

Melba Leiman, ECC Director of Administration

ECC Snapshots:


Religious School News By the time you read this article you may be away, on a Cruise, at Camp, or maybe at the beach in the Bahamas and I’m sure you are wondering…when will Religious School start again? Religious School will begin on Sunday, August 29th with a special family orientation Open House. This year we will be introducing new programs as well as continue working on those that were such a success: American Jewish Idol 2, Jewish cooking classes for students and adults, Rikudim, arts, fieldtrips and more. We will also continue to have programs for adults inside and outside your children’s classroom. Opportunities to learn together about Havdalah and Shabbat, explore Bible stories, and lead a Seder will be some of the options we will be offering to create strong bonds between the Temple and your home. "Parental involvement, in almost any form, produces measurable gains in student achievement" (Dixon, 1992, p.16). The idea of parental involvement with the student and the Temple is fundamental. We will offer scavenger hunts around Miami looking for Jewish

places, a visit to Douglas Gardens, and to churches from Faith-in-the-City to compare religions and more to create powerful Jewish moments. Nothing in this world makes us stronger than knowing you’ve got a friend or two that you count on at any time. If your kids have friends interested in experiencing our Sunday school, please note that we still have the non-member fee. Spread the word and have your friends contact me at [email protected]! By the time you return from your vacation, you will find lots of envelopes waiting for your attention! Please, open the ones from Temple Israel Religious School and return the completed forms ASAP. Remember: August 6th is the deadline for Early Bird Discount. Please, ask your kids to write about any type of Jewish experience they had over the summer and enjoy your vacation wherever you are! L’hitrahot B’ Karov (See you soon), Valeria Michanie

They say in Camp Coleman that one day lasts a week, and one week lasts a day, and after a short month, I discovered that it was true. When I heard that I was asked to write an article for Chai Lites about Camp Coleman, I was excited. But I also wondered. What was I going to write about? How can I fit the magnificence of camp into an arti-cle? It made me stop and think, and that is one of the most memo-rable things of Camp Coleman. The chapel was just benches, and a stage with the stand and a small ark with the Torah inside. The rest was just trees, trees, and more trees. In every service, the first thing we did was stop and think, look and appreciate.

Song session is the time where we all come together, and celebrate. But song session doesn’t only happen on Shabbat. So the rest of the time it made me stop and think, look and appreciate, what are we celebrating?

In Camp Coleman there are so many people and things to make

you stop and think, look and appreciate. Friends that you make in camp are friends that you will probably have for the rest of your life. In camp you can do just about anything from art, to Jewish cooking, to media, to drama. You can jump on the blob in Lake Shalom or jump off the diving board in the pool. There is mountain biking through the colorful woods, or the zip-line in ropes course. To top it all off there is Maccabia, or color-war. If you go inside the Brody you will see the walls decorated with the plaques of every Maccabia since camp opened. If you ever return to Camp Coleman, you will see how amazing it is to name all the sessions and Mac-cabias you have been a part of.

I have learned that if once a day you stop and think, look and appreciate, you will have a much greater life; you will love more and hate less. It’s like magic, stop and think, look and appreciate. I’d like to thank the community of Temple Israel for giving me the chance to stop and think, look and appreciate Camp Coleman.

My Camp Coleman Experience: Stop and Think, Look and Appreciate By Daniela Michanie

, Temple Israel of Greater Miami

Friday, August 27, 5:45 PM in Gumenick Chapel The Popular Young Families Service has a new name: Sababa Shabbat! Sababa means "cool" in Hebrew and these services are cool, hip and happening. Please join Rabbi Jody Cohen, song leader Michelle Cohn and ECC Director Valeria Michanie on Friday, August 27th at 5:45 PM for a back-to-school Shabbat experience for children in kindergarten and younger (older siblings are always welcome!). 5:45 PM - We'll welcome Shabbat with blessings and prayers and sing and dance to upbeat, fun Shabbat songs. 6:30 PM - Stay for a child-friendly dinner, $5 per child and $5 per adult, followed by a delicious Oneg Shabbat. Please RSVP for dinner to Phyllis Littman at 305-573-5900 or [email protected] by Wednesday, August 25. 7:30 PM - Regular Shabbat Service in the Bertha Abess Sanctuary.


Join us on Friday, August 13, 2010, 7:30 PM as

The Dorothy Serotta Social Justice Forum presents:

Harvey Ruvin Attorney and Clerk of the Courts for Miami Dade County, Mr. Ruvin will speak about his long time involvement in environmental issues during the 7:30 PM service on Friday, August 13th as the kick-off for the 2010-2011 monthly Dorothy Serotta Social Justice Forum programs. Please join us for a pot luck dinner at 6:00 PM, on August 13th. RSVP to Phyllis Littman at 305-573-5900, ext. 405 or [email protected], to coordinate your contribution. Harvey Ruvin A graduate of the University of Florida, Mr. Ruvin received his Juris Doctor from the University of Miami Law School. His public career continues to be hallmarked by environmental advocacy and technological expertise. Mr. Ruvin was first elected to public office in 1968 at the age of 30. Serving as Mayor of the City of North Bay Village, he became one of the youngest mayors in Miami-Dade County history. In 1972, Mr. Ruvin was elected to the Metro Dade County Commission where he served till 1992, becoming the only person ever to be elected to five consecutive 4-year terms to the Commission. In 1992, he was elected to the Office of Miami-Dade County Clerk and was re-elected several times since then. Through over thirty years of community involvement, Mr. Ruvin has performed a leadership role within scores of civic, cultural, environmental and charitable organizations. He has been the recipient of numerous awards ranging from the 1987 Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce "Man of the Year Award" to the coveted Tropical Audubon Society Conservation Award in 1981 and in 1985 (the only person ever to have been named twice). Mr. Ruvin has received environmental service awards from the Sierra Club as well as from the Environmental and Industry Association. Currently, he chairs the Miami-Dade County Task Force on Climate Change developing recommendations for both mitigation as well as Adaptation of Climate Change impacts. In 2008, he received the "Defender of Everglades Award" by the Marjory Stoneman Douglas Friends of the Everglades. In 2009, he was named the Inaugural Recipient of the Reitmeister-Abess Award for environmental advocacy by the University of Miami Abess Center for Ecosystem Science and Policy. His greatest honor came when "Naples", a rescued West Indian manatee, gave birth to a male calf and the Seaquarium named the newborn "Harvey" in recognition of the Commissioner's work on behalf of the endangered species.


SELICHOT Saturday, September 4 7:30 PM Dessert Reception, Study and Service EREV ROSH HASHANAH Wednesday, September 8 6:00 PM Dinner (RSVP required) 7:30 PM Rosh Hashanah Evening Service ROSH HASHANAH MORNING Thursday, September 9 9:45 AM Children’s Programs 10:00 AM Rosh Hashanah Morning Service PRESIDENT’S RECEPTION Thursday, September 9 Please join President, Douglas M. Jacobs and his wife Jane at the Rosh Hashanah President’s reception in Wolfson Auditorium immediately following services. TASHLICH Following the President’s Reception, we will walk to the bay to symbolically cast our sins into the water. SHABBAT SHUVAH Friday, September 10 6:00 PM Shabbat Service CEMETERY MEMORIAL SERVICES Sunday, September 12 10:00 AM Mt. Nebo (Miami) Cemetery Richter Mausoleum 11:30 AM Lakeside Cemetery Garden of Heroes Mausoleum 12:30 PM Graceland Cemetery Gravesite of Cantor Bornstein KOL NIDRE Friday, September 17 6:00 PM Dinner (RSVP required) 7:30 PM Kol Nidre Service

YOM KIPPUR Saturday, September 18 9:45 AM Children’s Program 10:00 AM Morning Service 12:30 PM Alternative Atonement Meditation Experience 1:30 PM Social Justice Program 2:30 PM Creative Service 3:30 PM Afternoon Service 4:30 PM Yizkor Memorial Service followed by Neilah Closing Service and Sisterhood Break-the-Fast (RSVP required) SUKKOT UNDER THE STARS Friday, September 24 5:00 PM Help decorate the Sukkah which covers the entire Brown Patio 6:00 PM Dinner followed by a service in the Sukkah SIMCHAT TORAH Friday, October 1 6:00 PM Dinner (RSVP required) 7:30 PM Yizkor, Simchat Torah Celebration and Consecration Service LISTEN TO US ON THE RADIO AND OVER THE INTERNET Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur Services will be broadcast on WZAB 880 AM and streamed live on the internet (www.templeisrael.net) on: Erev Rosh Hashanah Wednesday, September 8 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM Rosh Hashanah Thursday, September 9 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Kol Nidre Friday, September 17 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM Yom Kippur Saturday, September 18 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM The best reception area for the radio station is in Miami-Dade County. The streaming over the internet can be heard world-wide.

5771 HIGH HOLY DAYS SCHEDULE


The High Holy Day Informational booklet will be mailed to you by August 5. Included in this book will be the schedule of the worship services, the admittance card request form, the dinners and celebration schedules and RSVP forms. We ask that you send back to us all the necessary paperwork so that we can plan a memorable High Holy Day experience for everyone. Admittance Cards: This year we will be mailing you your admit-tance cards after processing your admittance card (s) request form. Admittance cards will be mailed to every member in good standing* approximately two weeks prior to the High Holy Days. Every adult and children between the ages of 11-25 are required to have an admittance card. Reciprocity Admittance Cards: If you are a member in good standing* and will be out of town for the High Holy Days and would like to worship at another URJ synagogue, we can help you get admittance cards. Contact Isabel at 305-573-5900 ext.402 or [email protected] for a reciprocity request, before September 1, 2010. Guest Admittance Cards: Admittance cards are available to parents or adult children (over 25 years old) of Temple members in good standing who reside outside of South Florida. A guest admittance card is available at a cost of $100 per person. Please

enclose payment with your admittance card request form. The admittance cards will be mailed to you. Volunteers: Your help is needed. Please consider volunteering to usher or assist in our children’s program. Creative Service for Yom Kippur: If you would like to participate in the Creative Service for this coming Yom Kippur afternoon, please e-mail or call the Chair of the Service, Elton Kerness at [email protected] or to his cell phone at 305-778-1934. The Creative Service will be at 2:30 PM on Yom Kippur and lasts for one hour. _____________________________________ *Good standing means those current in their financial commitment to the synagogue from the prior year and have renewed or joined with a commitment form for 2010-2011. Temple Israel’s policy is that you must have paid at least 50% of your commitment for 2010-2011 or are on a pre-arranged payment plan. Contact Linda Levin at 305-573-5900 ext. 414 or [email protected] for membership and special confidential arrangements.

Michelle Krinzman receives the Or Zarua Award

Michelle Krinzman, VP Programming, received the Or Zarua Award on Friday, June 25, 2010. Below are the remarks she shared that evening: “I can honestly say that public speaking is not one of my favorite things. When Doug called to tell me I have been chosen as this year’s Or Zarua Award honoree, I did not think to say “thank you, that’s wonderful, what an honor.” The very first thing I said was “do I have to make a speech?” Doug’s answer “do whatever is good for you, but a few words would be nice.” So for Temple Israel here I am with my speech in hand. I’ve asked myself, why over the last several years do I devote so much time and energy to the Temple, and I realize the answer is quite simple, I love Temple Israel and the way I feel every time I enter this magnificent sanctuary. Its beauty and history can never be taken for granted. The small contribution I make to ensure that the Temple will continue is nothing compared to all of the many hidden lights we are blessed with: Rabbi Cohen, Rabbi Chefitz, Cantor Glozman,

Doug Jacobs, and the Board of Trustees lead the way. Our members support us generously. The Early Childhood Center and Religious School provide the foundation for our children’s education. Programs and events are successful because of the talented and dedicated people who create them. The Administrative staff shines and our Maintenance team make us sparkle. When we ALL come together, Temple Israel is truly a beacon of light for our members and the community. I invite you ALL to help our Temple shine forever. On a more personal note…to my Temple Israel partner, Jane, you are amazing! I can only imagine what you are “cooking up” for us to do together in the coming year. To my husband Richard, loving family and friends, thank you for all your encouragement and support.

I am truly honored to be the recipient of this inspiring award. Thank you again.”

Be Prepared for High Holy Days:

1 Marilyn Sobel 2 Roger Arsham 2 Lesley Gold 2 Lynne Graubert 2 Frances Siegel 3 Alexandra Goldstein 3 Perry K. Levin 4 David J. Berzofsky 4 Gladys Cowen 4 Sandy Grossman 4 Ilan Samuel Spector 5 Kandy Kramer 5 Linda Lapat 6 Mark Teitelbaum 7 Bronwyn Miller 7 Michael A. Silver 7 Ernest Wallis 8 Brett Ungar Abess 8 Terry Blechman 8 Martin Fine 8 Douglas Heller 10 Marilyn Csete 10 Robert Waterstone 11 Maria Gershanik

Congratulations/Mazel Tov Temple Israel of Greater Miami

On Your Birthday! On Your Anniversary

August

12 Betsy Kaplan 12 Annabelle Pfeffer 12 Donald Smith 13 Dorothy Raskin 15 Bernice Greenberg 15 Justin Kent 15 Spencer Saltzburg 16 Zelaya Richburg 16 Milton Siegel 17 Fiona Fra 17 Sonya Greenfield 17 Esta Ress 19 Matthew David Fried 20 Ella Gelvan 22 Janice I. Rauzin 22 Wendy Saltzburg 23 Shiloh Yuri Sarbey 24 Andrew M. Gottlieb 24 Marcia Kanner 24 Suki Nelson 25 Lin Cherry 25 Kiki S. Ellenby 26 Elly du Pre 26 Michael D. Orovitz

1 Joy and Mortimer Fried 7 Natividad and Howard D. Goldstein 8 Cynthia and Philip Greenberg 8 Judith and Sidney Price 11 Amy and Leonard Stolar 11 Barbara and Alan Bisno 11 Suzanne Pallot and Larry Major 12 Nanette and Bernard Mayer 12 Arlene and Marshall Stein 14 Carmen and F. Jay Leonard 15 Patricia and Javier Berezdivin 17 Ellen and Howard Rock 17 Arlene and Jerry Sokolow 18 Susan and David Galler 18 Susan and Melvin Rubin 19 Diane and Ernest Halpryn 21 Yuki and Lawrence Denmark 22 Valeria and Efram Abrams 23 Naomi and Donald Smith 23 Marilyn and Jerome Greenbaum 24 Phyllis and Mark Wickman 25 Annamae and Perry Kaye 26 Virginia and Tim Brown 28 Faye and Arnold Wilpon 29 Hon. Bronwyn Miller and Maury Udell 29 Rabbi Jody Cohen and Jimmy Gavarian 30 Douglas and Jane Kahn Jacobs 30 Rebeca and Ronald Newman 31 Vivian and Abe Tuchman

27 Julia Miriam Hege 27 Alberto Litter 28 Mark Goldberg 28 Daniel Marcus Kreeger 28 Abram Joel Kreeger 28 Merri Mann 28 Debra Montero 28 Amy Turkel 29 Penny Steiner 30 David Galler 30 Beth Tavlin 31 Frank Futernick 31 Audrey Manne 31 Lloyd L. Ruskin

Mazel Tov to: • Merri Mann and Harris Reibel on the birth of their grandson, Jacob.

Moriah Button Count: 1.5 MILLION! A million and a half thanks to all of you who have helped us over the last two and a half years. The children are so excited and proud to have completed this stage of the project. It has really shown them what a bit of ambition, determination and a whole lot of help from your community can achieve. We’ll now move on to the next step of raising the funds needed to build the memorial maze. Many, many thanks to you all. The staff and students of Moriah School, Wellington, NZ Proud protectors of 1.5 million memorial buttons.


Temple Israel’s Business and Professional Directory

AUTO REPAIR The Wizards, Inc. – Next to S. Miami Metrorail Mechanical – VW, Audi, Volvo Specialists, Service all foreign cars – PAINT & BODY – ALL MAKES Opened in 1978 – Enrique Neufeld (305) 667-0724

MAVRICK TEAM, INC. Professional Computer Repair Service 8+ yrs experience Same day service, Affordable prices 786-522-3501 - MavrickTeam, Inc

MP COMPUTER SOLUTIONS Repairs, Upgrades & Virus/Spyware Removal A+® Certified Professional – Reasonable Prices. Mike Perl 305-332-0272 [email protected]

Aventura HEAR Center—305-935-0200 For all your hearing aid needs SALES-SERVICE-REPAIRS Free hearing evaluation

PSYCHOTHERAPY AND COACHING Life coaching; counseling; hypnosis; couples therapy. Free phone consult. Kendall/Pinecrest/South Miami/Gables Diane Lindner, LCSW 305-596-0802

Chai Lites, Temple Israel’s monthly newsletter, has a new look and more dynamic content. Please help support Temple Israel communicate with our community by advertising your business and services. Chai Lites is printed in color and distributed to more than 500 households, members and friends, as well as to our vendors. In addition to this monthly exposure, your ad will also appear in our online edition at www.templeisrael.net. We encourage our members and friends to patronize businesses that advertise in Chai Lites. Contact Vivian Simó to discuss details of your advertising needs and rates at 305-573-5900, ext. 403, or [email protected].

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Your best option for successful social and business gatherings in the

Performing Arts District in Downtown Miami

The Wolfson/Kahn Event Center

Complimentary parking, full service event planning and catering available

For more information, please call Isabel Montoto at 305-573-5900 or [email protected].

Opportunities to give online at www.templeisrael.net.

Arthur Marcus in memory of Morris Philip Marcus , Jessie Pless Marcus Bob Waterstone in memory of Herman Waterstone Bunny Greenberg in memory of Ephraim Kandel, Esther Kandel, Yetta Goetz Gloria and Morton Goudiss in memory of Max Bronstein Michelle and Richard Krinzman in memory of Albert Lubetsky, Norman Willis Bernard Cohen and Family in memory of Martin Sobel Roger and Margrit Bernstein in memory of Miriam Bernstein Brandy and Larry Primak in memory of Edna Primak Mrs. Lester M. Sewel in memory of Fannie Tarshis Janeth Serbin in memory of Gertrude Kahn Mortimer and Joy Fried in memory of Sonia Fine Joan Schaeffer in memory of Martin Gold Phyllis and Mark Wickman in memory of Charles Kassin David Press in memory of Joe Berman Shirley Landwirth in memory of Joseph Richter Rosaline Jaffe in honor of Suzanne Hafkin JOSEPH R. NAROT ENDOWMENT FUND Chantal D’Adesky Scheinberg, M.D. in memory of Dr. Peritz Scheinberg JoAnn and Michael Bander in memory of Myrick Bander, Robert Bander Nancy Green in memory of Harry Flayderman Ethel and Al Solomon in memory of Sara Slaughter IN APPRECIATION OF OUR CLERGY Dale S. Gary in memory of Stanley Richardson, Eleanor Toch Donald and Wendy Saltzburg in memory of Sylvia Fleming Sandra Goldstein in memory of Frances Simon Julian Goldstein in memory of Benjamin Goldstein Sonya Rabin Greenfield in memory of Ben Danbaum, Selma Danbaum Michael Tarkoff in memory of Frances Tarkoff Miriam Zatinsky in memory of Milton Zatinsky Elizabeth Schwartz in memory of Dusie Schwartz Pearl J. Finkelstein and Family in memory of Morris Kimenker, Sara Kimenker, Rose Finkelstein, Daniel Finkelstein

Gisela Datko, Jewel Greenberg and Family in honor of Rabbi Jody Cohen FLOWER FUND Michelle Lundy Krinzman and Stephanie Lundy West in memory of Natalie Pritikin, Ruth Abis Shirley Landwirth in memory of Esther Shea, Eva Richter Jean Sara M. Lewis and Elisah B. Lewis in memory of Jacob Mechlouitz Harriett Freed Bulbin in memory of Anita Schaeffer, Saul Greenberg Gladys Cowen and Family in memory of Martha Lavigne Getrude Weiner in memory of Benjamin Weiner JONI AND STANLEY TATE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Joni and Stanley Tate in memory of Myrtle Greenwood, Natalie Pritikin, mother of Mrs. Jay Meiselman Peter and Kerrin Bermont in memory of Bernard Weksler, William Bermont Jenni Person in memory of Augusta Goetz Joni and Stanley Tate in honor of the Birthday of David Balough LEARNING PROJECT Neil, Robin and Ari Rollnick in memory of Harry Rollnick Ellie and Robert Miller in honor of Joe Grosbard CHARLES HELD, JR. MEMORIAL FUND TO FEED THE HUNGRY Barbara and Sy Frankfurt in memory of Anne Frankel, Enid Wilensky, Leslie Adelstein Bernice and Paul Goldman in memory of Grace Blasberg, Ida Goldman Leon and Audrey Manne in memory of Leo Rubenstein Lois Helen Mondres in memory of Marvin Mondres Barbara and Sy Frankfurt in honor of the marriage of Leigh and Ken Cross DOROTHY SEROTTA SOCIAL JUSTICE FORUM Karen Lieberman in memory of Sidney Lieberman Judith Blecher in memory of Dorothy Serotta Betsy Ann Hess Kaplan in memory of Alfred Hess, Betsy Bolton Hess Dody and Ken Raskin in honor of Edythe and Elton Kerness

Contributions We appreciate the thoughtfulness of those who support Temple Israel by remembering and honoring their friends and loved

ones through their generous contributions.

MEMORIAL FUND The Weil Family in memory of Mary Weil Deborah Bussel in memory of Yetta Bussel Sharon Zitrin and Ian Wolinsky in memory of Rella Milstein, Milton Milstein Richard Bermont in memory of William Bermont Rosemarie Joseph in memory of Hans J. Joseph, Else Land Virginia Becker in memory of Betsy Tracy, Sade Moss Lily Alpern in memory of Emanuel Alpern The Landy Family in memory of Sara Landy Arline Kent Stewart in memory of Ann Avrack Rhonda J. Keller in memory of Joshua Keller Wendy Reiner in memory of Ethel Rydell, Ruth Schneider Judith and Mitchell Landy in memory of Isabelle Landy Edith Margolius in memory of Fanny Levy Phyllis and Mark Wickman in memory of Carolyn Kassin Suzanne Pallot in memory of Doris Cromer Larry Major in memory of Tillie Major Marcy Le Vine Orth in memory of Ralph Le Vine The Fuller Family in memory of Ruth Fuller Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Kanner in memory of Aaron Kanner Arlene and Marshall Stein in memory of Joseph Stein Norma and Michael Orovitz in memory of Nathan Weiss, Miriam Bass, Natalie Pritikin Pat and Marty Fine in memory of Freda Dresner Polson Reyna Galler in memory of Dr. Ed Galler Sonny Baida and Family in memory of Paul Seitelman Daniel Markson in memory of Louis Hurvitt Chuck and Nanette Ruffner in memory of Joseph Ruffner RADIO FUND Joan Getz and Family in memory of Samuel Getzug Vivian B. Giller in memory of Augusta Hausman Shirley Spear in memory of William Spear, Eva Shapiro, Helen Starr, Alfred Spear Lillian Scher and Paul and Alan Breitner in memory of Joseph Breitner Esther Reckles in memory of Dr. Lawrence Reckles Felicia Deutch and Family in memory of Bess Deutch Esta Friedman in memory of David Gitelman



CANTOR JACOB BORNSTEIN AND DAVID SAMUEL BORNSTEIN MEMORIAL FUND Barbara and Samuel Minches in memory of Leonard Minches Joan L. Bornstein in memory of Philip Bornstein, Louise Zimmerman Irene J. Cohen in memory of Rosanne Cohen, Edward Cohen Joan L. Bornstein and Ben Giller in honor of the birthday of Edythe Kerness, James Weinkle being ordained as an Interfaith Minister DENMARK LIBRARY Yuki and Lawrence Denmark in memory of Natalie Pritikin Mr. Stewart Kohn and Ms. Estelle Kohn in memory of Harry Kohn Gloria Gilbert and Family in memory of George Gilbert, Mandy Bostian GOLDSTEIN MUSIC FUND Brandy and Larry Primak in memory of Larry Broder Angela and Bart Sacher in memory of Alex Sacher, Hermine Sacher Sonia Nathan in memory of Steven Wertchafter

RABBI COLEMAN ZWITMAN RELIGIOUS SCHOOL Suzanne Sponder in memory of Esther Bernstein MARJORIE SCHILLINGER SCHOLARSHIP FUND Jack Schillinger in memory of Ashley Schillinger Robin and David Katzenstein in honor of the 90th Birthday of Jack Schillinger Estelle Segal in honor of the 90th Birthday of Jack Schillinger Lee H. Schillinger in honor of the 90th birthday of Jack Schillinger GODMOTHERS/GODFATHERS Marilyn and Jerry Ellis in honor of the birthday of Jack Schillinger TEMPLE ISRAEL Michael Epstein in memory of Natalie Pritikin Douglas and Jane Kahn Jacobs in memory of Saul Greenberg, Martin Sobel Diane and Ernest Halpryn in memory of Adeline Levenson, Julius Halpryn Sugar Firtel and Family in memory of Martin Sobel

Harriett Freed Bulbin in honor of Angela Sacher Central Chavurah in honor of Temple Israel Jennie Franklin Fund Tricia and Martin Sandler in memory of May L. Sandler Pride Seder Lisa Palley in honor of Eric Hankin and Richard Milstein Gail Tescher in honor of Eric Hankin and Richard Milstein Steven and Susan Eisenberg in honor of Eric Hankin and Richard Milstein Jenni Person and Chaim Lieberperson in honor of Eric Hankin and Richard Milstein NExT @ 19th STREET Brana and Joseph Fils, Ellie and Robert Miller

GREAT BOOKS CLUB invites you and your friends

to discuss The Tortilla Curtain

by T. C. Boyle

Thursday, August 26, 2010 12:00 Noon

Bring a Bag Lunch. Coffee will be served.

In Memoriam

Natalie Pritikin

Bettie Nathenson Donald Blechman

Condolences to the Family of:

Sylvan E. Sostman, Jr.

Brother of Janice Sussman Edward Green

Brother of Dr. Suzanne Green Carolyn Platt

Sister of Dr. Ron Lindner Bettie Nathenson

Mother of Patty Craven Donald Blechman

Husband of Terry Blechman

Contributions continued.


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David and Robert – Owners

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Phone: 305-908-1000

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